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AC-93253 iodide (CAS 108527-83-9)

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Alternate Names:
2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-1,3,3-trimethyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1-propenyl]-3-ethyl-benzothiazolium iodide
Application:
AC-93253 iodide is a RAR agonist
CAS Number:
108527-83-9
Molecular Weight:
488.43
Molecular Formula:
C23H25N2SI
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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AC-93253 iodide is a synthetic small molecule that acts primarily as a potent and selective inhibitor of the bromodomain and extra-terminal (BET) family of proteins, which play a critical role in regulating gene expression by modulating the structure of chromatin. This inhibition is achieved through the competitive binding to the acetyl-lysine recognition motifs in the BET proteins, disrupting their interaction with chromatin. This disruption leads to alterations in the expression of genes involved in cell proliferation, apoptosis, and differentiation, which are critical processes in cellular biology and disease pathogenesis. As such, AC-93253 iodide is widely utilized in research studies aimed at elucidating the mechanisms of epigenetic regulation of gene expression and exploring the potential of BET inhibitors as a strategy for modulating gene expression in various diseases. Its role in research extends to studies on where epigenetic regulation plays a key role in pathology progression.


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AC-93253 iodide, 10 mg

sc-257044
10 mg
$171.00

AC-93253 iodide, 50 mg

sc-257044A
50 mg
$681.00